Grants of up to $2,000 to Illinois townships, cities, and villages in eligible locations for community clean-up activities. Funding is intended for the removal, disposal, or recycling of solid, non-hazardous waste in an effort to beautify local communities. Recyclable ...
Grants of up to $3,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois qualifying nonprofit and faith-based organizations, government agencies, and schools in eligible locations for activities in the areas of substance abuse, mental health, prevention and intervention, and dev...
Grants to Illinois homeowners, commercial property owners, and individuals in the process of purchasing a home in eligible locations for housing assistance. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities that promote housing and homeownership. Eligible properties a...
Grants to Illinois government agencies, nonprofit organizations, and IHEs for projects to develop recreational areas and facilities in eligible counties. Funding is intended to support the acquisition and enhancement of publicly accessible areas including, but not limi...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations and community groups to stage local festivals and events that promote community engagement in eligible locations. Funding is intended to host events that help people meet each other while educating participants...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Illinois individual artists for arts projects, events, and performances in eligible locations. Funding is intended to support unique and innovative artistic activities that benefit local residents. Requests may also be made for project startup...
Grants to Illinois industrial and commercial business and property owners in eligible locations for capital improvement projects. Funding is intended for improvements to building exteriors, interiors, mechanical systems, and most other permanent building improvements. ...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit and public organizations in eligible locations to host recreational and sports events to benefit local residents. Funding is intended to support virtual and in-person events such as biking, walking, hiking, and triathlons that are open to t...
Grants of up to $10,000 and grants of up to $25,000 to Illinois businesses and property owners in eligible locations for building and site improvements. Funding is intended to promote capital investments in properties and buildings in eligible districts. Projects must ...
Grants to Illinois businesses, organizations, and individuals in eligible areas for events that encourage visitors and provide economic opportunities for local businesses. Applicants must meet with the funder prior to submitting an application. The event or some part o...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations and municipalities in eligible locations for housing-related projects and programs. Funding is intended for a wide range of activities, including the development, construction, and rehabilitation of affordable housing, downpay...
Grants to Illinois nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and faith-based entities to meet the basic needs of residents in eligible regions. Funding is intended to provide shelter, food, and supportive services to individuals, families, and households who face e...
Grants and loans to Illinois businesses and property owners in eligible areas for community and economic development projects. Some applicants are required to meet with program staff prior to submitting an application. Funding is intended to help attract new businesses...
Grants of up to $1,000 to Illinois nonprofit organizations, for-profit businesses, government agencies, schools, and school districts for recycling and waste reduction initiatives in eligible locations. Funding is intended for source reduction activities, purchasing co...
